Ranching roots run deep for McKenzie family in Far West Texas
By Shelby Shank Field Editor For generations, the McKenzie family land has been more than a ranch. It’s been a home. A place where children learned to ride before they could walk, long days [...]
Texas Legislature passes annual electric vehicle fee
By Shelby Shank Field Editor The Texas Legislature passed a bill that would impose an annual registration fee for electric [...]
Understanding the risks of cyberattacks on the farm
By Emmy Powell Communications Specialist With the click of a mouse, a cyberattack can put all your farm, ranch and [...]
Dairy innovations have positive impact on environment
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Advancements in the dairy industry are increasing dairy farm efficiency and having a positive environmental [...]
USDA makes changes to Annual Forage Insurance Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is modifying the Annual Forage Insurance Program to make it more sustainable and to [...]
Farmers, ranchers optimistic for 2023 hay crop
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Hay season is underway, and some Texas farmers and ranchers are optimistic for a [...]
TFB to host workshop for agricultural science teachers
By Julie Tomascik Editor Agricultural science teachers can learn from industry experts and add to their classroom resources through [...]
AFBF highlights farm bill needs to Senate Ag subcommittee
The farm safety net is crucial to help farmers and ranchers manage risk. In a committee hearing held May 2, [...]
TDA accepting applications for Family Land Heritage program
Texas farmers and ranchers who have kept their land in continuous agricultural production for at least 100 years are [...]